The Labor Day sales have excelled in the kitchen department — this is everything to buy for your kitchen from an expert

1. 45oz Melamine and Bamboo Dinner Bowl Gray - Threshold™ | Was $4, Now $3.40 (save $0.60 at Target)

Want to replicate that sleek AF dinner party setup you've seen on your social feed? Well, you can. And, it won't be as spendy as you think with these mixed material "blates"/ "plowls." They're glam enough for girl dinners (or just whipping out whenever).

2. Milk Mug | Was $10, Now $5 (save $5 at UO)

Roomie always borrowing your mug for their milk-based drinks? Put a stop to that with this vegan-friendly mug. At just $5, you can choose from a soy, oat, or "no milk" branded cup to avoid any "accidental" mix-ups.

3. Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven, Hearth & Hand with Magnolia | Was $14.99, Now $8.99 (save $6 at Target)

We've officially entered the "Ber" months, so these tiny li'l dishes will come in handy for when you're serving up mini pies, stews, soups, pasta dishes... Heck, you can even make movie night bougie with individual servings of popcorn. Oh, and if it wasn't obvious enough, they're cheaper than Le Creuset!

4 . Bootle Opener | Was $18, Now $14 (save $4 at UO)

Unleash your inner cowgirl and lasso a bottle of beer with this cute boot-shaped bottle opener. Because of their popularity, some of the designs have sold out, but you can still get your hands on this pink and brown checkered design.

5. JoyJolt Pivot Double Wall Coffee Tea Glasses, Set of 2 | Was $68.95, Now $17.95 (save $51 at Target)

I'm a klutz and always happen to scald my hands from clutching my coffee mug too tight, so these are lifesavers in my house. I love how the glass combines the wavy and acrylic trends in one. And with over $50 off, you'd be silly *not* to indulge in these. Use as both a hot and iced coffee cup to retain the temperature.

6. Gilded Stemless Wine Glass | Was $32, Now $19.95 (save $12.05 at Anthropologie)

Make like Bruno Mars and get some 24-carat magic in your kitchen with these gold-gilded, rose-tinted glasses. Unfortunately, these are hand-wash only, because you've got to be gentle with precious metals right?

7. Bailey Crudité Serving Bowl | Was $29, Now $20.30 (save $8.70 at Urban Outfitters)

Pimp up your carrots, cucumbers, and hummus sitch with this snail shell-shaped bowl. This is another fine example of the checkered trend that's here to stay! It's dishwasher safe, too.

8. Stacking Daisy Ramekin Bowl, Set Of 3 | Was $30, Now $21 (save $9 at UO)

Aren't these stackable floral bowls as pretty as a petal? They make the perfect pinch bowl for salt, pepper, and spices or can be used for gummy candy! Most surprisingly, they can also be popped in the oven for sweet or savory miniature baked goods! 

9. Blake Glass Tea Infuser Mug by Pinky Up |Was $32.99, Now $22.99 (save $10 at Target)

More of a loose-leaf or flowering tea gal? If bagged brews are too basic for you, treat yourself to this borosilicate glass mug, infuser, and lid. It holds 16 fluid ounces so you can sip until your heart's content.

10. Wood Paddle with 4 Speckled Stoneware Bowls, Hearth & Hand with Magnolia | Was $29.99, Now $23.99 (save $6 at Target)

Perfect for chips, dips, candy, trail mix, and fruit, these stoneware bowls are a snacker's BFF. The added bonus is that they are microwave- and dishwasher-safe, so you can a) reheat nacho cheese or melt chocolate and b) avoid touching sticky and saucy textures after you've scooped them from the bowl.

11. Cuisinart 12-Piece Kitchen Knife Set | Was $65 , Now $25.36 (save $39.64)

OK, breaking my sub-$25 rule with this one, but as "cut" price deals go, this one is slaying! I've always thought that a good knife set is the epitome of adulting, but the fun colors in this set excite my inner child. Note: These come with color-matched blade guards so the aforementioned inner kid doesn't injure themselves.